Director of Maintenance - Claridge House Nursing and Rehab Center

Position Summary:

The Maintenance Director assumes administrative authority, responsibility and accountability to maintain the facility physical plant and essential mechanical, electrical and resident care equipment in safe operating condition. Inventory and order maintenance supplies, maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, prepare vacant rooms for new residents, and respond promptly to all repair needs. In collaboration with the Nursing Home Administrator, allocates resources in an efficient and economic manner to provide services and to continuously improve quality.

Director of Maintenance Responsibilities:

• Maintain the facility, which may include painting, carpet repairs, cleaning, general repairs, housekeeping duties, and any necessary duties to provide our residents with that quality move in experience.
• Responds to resident requests in a timely manner and with a professional attitude.
• Has knowledge of maintenance functions such as plumbing, HVAC, basic electric, general carpentry skills, painting, sheetrock etc.
• Performs scheduled maintenance, Making use of the maintenance logs.
• Knowledgeable of state, local, and federal regulations in relations to Nursing Homes
• Attends and participates in training programs as required by company.
• Takes part in in-services and training of staff to include, OSHA rules and regulations and safety programs.
• Runs and effective Safety program to include monthly safety meetings
• Participates in meetings to include Morning Meetings and QAPI.
• Performs duties as assigned, in a timely manner.
• Delivers superior customer service and always represents the company in a professional manner
• Maintains and safeguards all company tools and equipment.
• Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
• Ensure that residence and grounds are in good repair and provide a safe and attractive environment for residents.
• Carry out established preventative maintenance program.
• Makes regular rounds identifying any areas in need of repair.
• Check daily for any requests for repairs.
• Respond promptly to all requests for repairs or maintenance concerns from residents, family members and staff.
• Assist with setup and cleanup for special events.
• Ensure all systems, i.e., Alarm Systems, Fire systems are tested per state, local and federal guidelines
• Securing sub-contractors, as needed overseeing their performance and aiding when necessary.

Educational/Vocational Requirements:

• Minimum of one-year general maintenance experience
• Possess an understanding of HVAC, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems
• Desire to work with older adults.
• Basic knowledge in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, grounds keeping, commercial appliance repair, Multi-meter use, standard practices and a variety of hand and power tools used in the maintenance and repair of building facilities.
• Personal initiative is required yet must be willing and able to be supervised.
• Personal neatness, dependability, honest, congeniality, & flexibility.

*Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.